Old HWY 278 over Cove Creek

Fair Condition96 years old12,660 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyEtowah
LocationOld HWY 278 * Cove Creek
CarriesOld HWY 278
CrossesCove Creek
Coordinates33.99167, -85.91000

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignSlab
Total Length110.9 ft (33.8 m)
Max Span18.0 ft (5.5 m)
Deck Width32.5 ft (9.9 m)
Deck Area334.6 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1930 (reconstructed 1969)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,660 (2003)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number009834

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